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Title: King--of the Khyber Rifles: A Romance of Adventure
Note: Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by M.R.J., and David Widger
Summary: "King--of the Khyber Rifles: A Romance of Adventure" by Talbot Mundy is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely during the time of British colonial rule in India. The book introduces Athelstan King, a captain in the British Indian Army, as he navigates the complexities of military duty and espionage in a tumultuous landscape filled with political intrigue, cultural tensions, and the promise of adventure. The story sets the stage for King’s forthcoming mission involving the enigmatic Yasmini, as he grapples with the challenges posed by both external threats from rebellious tribes and the internal machinations typical of the period. The opening of the novel establishes a vibrant and dynamic setting where Athelstan King is depicted as a somewhat unconventional officer, more interested in reading a surgical manual than engaging in the social buzz typical of his fellow officers. His fortuitous summons to deal with a potential uprising in Khinjan hints at the gravity of the situation in India during World War I, where the loyalty of Indian soldiers becomes crucial. King's character is further developed through his interactions with various other characters, particularly the general who assigns him a potentially dangerous partnership with the captivating and manipulative Yasmini. The narrative is rich in detail and paints a compelling portrait of colonial India, setting the groundwork for an adventurous tale of espionage, cultural conflict, and the quest for honor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mundy, Talbot, 1879-1940
EBook No.: 6066
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Downloads: 329
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: War stories
Subject: India -- History -- Sepoy Rebellion, 1857-1858 -- Fiction
Subject: Love stories
Subject: British -- India -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: King--of the Khyber Rifles: A Romance of Adventure
Note: Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by M.R.J., and David Widger
Summary: "King--of the Khyber Rifles: A Romance of Adventure" by Talbot Mundy is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely during the time of British colonial rule in India. The book introduces Athelstan King, a captain in the British Indian Army, as he navigates the complexities of military duty and espionage in a tumultuous landscape filled with political intrigue, cultural tensions, and the promise of adventure. The story sets the stage for King’s forthcoming mission involving the enigmatic Yasmini, as he grapples with the challenges posed by both external threats from rebellious tribes and the internal machinations typical of the period. The opening of the novel establishes a vibrant and dynamic setting where Athelstan King is depicted as a somewhat unconventional officer, more interested in reading a surgical manual than engaging in the social buzz typical of his fellow officers. His fortuitous summons to deal with a potential uprising in Khinjan hints at the gravity of the situation in India during World War I, where the loyalty of Indian soldiers becomes crucial. King's character is further developed through his interactions with various other characters, particularly the general who assigns him a potentially dangerous partnership with the captivating and manipulative Yasmini. The narrative is rich in detail and paints a compelling portrait of colonial India, setting the groundwork for an adventurous tale of espionage, cultural conflict, and the quest for honor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mundy, Talbot, 1879-1940
EBook No.: 6066
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Downloads: 329
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: War stories
Subject: India -- History -- Sepoy Rebellion, 1857-1858 -- Fiction
Subject: Love stories
Subject: British -- India -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.